An Artist's Logic: Perspective Drawing Basics

Knowing the basic methods of linear
perspective drawing is key to creating the illusion of distance and
space in your artwork. And thankfully, it’s all based on one simple
idea—that parallel lines receding from you appear to meet in the
distance at a vanishing point or points.

Three-point perspective,
two-point perspective, and one-point perspective are all built on this
approach, and each is named for the number of vanishing points used in
the given situation. I went back into our archives and found this great
refresher on adding perspective to create convincing space in your
drawing--Beginner Drawing
Logic: Perspective Basics.

Another fantastic resource for advancing your drawings with a better
understanding of one-, two-, and three-point perspective, is with a subscription to Drawing magazine, which is being offered at a great deal right now! Every article on the subject that the magazine features comes as a practical and straightforward guide for artists, and there are constantly featured and profiled artists who will show you how to create a convincing sense of space in so many unique ways. For me, it all comes down to remembering that your best bet is to trust
yourself and draw what you see. That and a little perspective drawing know-how
can make all the difference in your art!